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Rams may have new longsnapper for Week 8
The Los Angeles Rams are still trying to figure out their special teams. They will continue to keep trying. It’s a work in progress. Rams’ special teams unit gets more bad news with long snapper doubtful (ramswire) “Cardona did not practice on Wednesday or Thursday. If McQuaide does play, he will be the sixth specialist […]
Rams fans confident in the team again; but should they be?
A recent Turf Show Times poll shows 67% of Los Angeles Rams fans feel confident after the Week 7 28‑17 victory over the Las Vegas Raiders, a sharp rise from just 20% following the Week 6 loss to the Arizona Cardinals. The article questions whether this optimism is justified, noting the Rams sit 3‑4, are 0‑2 in the NFC West and still struggle with offensive inconsistency, a fatigable defense, and special‑teams woes. With key players like Trent McDuffie returning and Myles Garrett pending, the team could spark a run, but sustaining fan confidence will hinge on continued wins.
5 under-the-radar wide receivers the Rams should trade for
With the NFL trade deadline just two weeks away, the Los Angeles Rams still need cheap wide‑receiver help despite Davante Adams’ return. Turf Show Times lists five low‑cost targets whose contracts could be off‑loaded for roster cuts. The lead options include Dareke Young (Raiders), a 6‑2, 224‑lb speedster who excels on special teams and kickoff returns, and Chimere Dike (Titans), a former All‑Pro rookie with elite burst and return talent. The article details each player’s measurables, injury history, and possible trade packages that fit the Rams’ $200 k cap wiggle‑room.
Former Rams coach loses defensive coordinator job
The Carolina Panthers fired defensive coordinator Ejiro Evero on Friday after a 59‑point loss to the Bears and a 3‑4 start to the season. Evero, who spent five years with Sean McVay’s Rams coaching defensive backs before stints as Denver’s DC (7th in yards allowed, 2022) and Carolina’s DC (fourth in yards allowed, 2024‑25), now faces uncertainty. Speculation arises whether the Rams might rehire him to bolster a secondary that recently added Trent McDuffie, Jaylen Watson and Quentin Lake, especially as head coach Chris Shula seeks additional help.
NFL predictions: Rams commit to run game (again) vs. Chargers
The Los Angeles Rams double down on the run in their Week 7 showdown with the Chargers, aiming to replicate a 30‑plus‑carries strategy that helped Kyren Williams and Blake Corum each near 100 rushing yards. Coach Sean McVay plans early‑game ground attacks, expects a touchdown on the opening drive, and predicts five plays of 20+ yards, including a deep Tutu Atwell catch. The article also notes kicker Joshua Karty’s elevation for kickoffs and a balanced offensive mix to wear down the Chargers’ defense.
Does Josh Downs make sense for the Rams?
The article debates whether Indianapolis Colts wideout Josh Downs is a good trade target for the Los Angeles Rams. Downs, 25, has 26 catches for 307 yards this season and 58 for 566 yards with four TDs last year, totaling 224 receptions, 2,447 yards and 11 touchdowns in his 54‑game career. The piece weighs his route‑stretching ability and slot production against concerns about his size, run‑blocking fit and Matthew Stafford’s target preferences. It notes Rams head coach Sean McVay could integrate Downs for immediate depth and future value, but questions if he truly moves the needle toward a 2026 Super Bowl run. The discussion is placed amid broader Rams news on the kicker carousel and upcoming matchups with the Chargers.
RAMalytics: Why the Rams are regressing on offense
Seven weeks into the 2026 NFL season the Los Angeles Rams’ offense has stalled. Aging stars Davante Adams and Matthew Stafford are hampered by injuries and declining performance, while the receiving corps lacks a reliable third option. Puka Nacua’s deep‑ball threat has vanished after battling a sports‑hernia and calf issue, leaving the Rams with only short‑range passes—Stafford now completes just 28% of throws over 20 yards, a steep drop from his MVP‑year numbers. Combined with a slower, run‑heavy scheme tailored to Blake Corum and Kyren Williams, the Rams rank 18th on PFF after topping the chart last season, signaling a clear offensive regression.
Braden Fiske feeling the Aaron Donald effect
Rams defensive tackle Braden Fiske is thriving despite Aaron Donald’s return, posting a 14.9% pressure rate over his last four games—ranking sixth among interior linemen and 16th overall at 11.9% for the season. He logged three pressures against the Raiders (9.4% rate), three against the Cardinals (17.6%), and six versus the Eagles (23.1%). Though he’s yet to convert pressures into sacks, his versatility on both DT and DE spots and a 14.8% blitz pressure rate suggest he could become a long‑term cornerstone alongside Donald, filling the void left by John Franklin‑Myers.
Was Myles Garrett a better trade for Rams than Jeffery Simmons?
The article pits the Rams' off‑season swap for Myles Garrett against the Bears' recent trade for defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons. Los Angeles gave up a 2027 first‑rounder, pass‑rusher Jared Verse and additional picks for Garrett, the 2025 Defensive Player of the Year, but he has missed the first six games with a knee injury. Chicago paid two first‑round picks for Simmons, who posted 7.5 sacks this season and leads several advanced metrics. The piece examines whether the Rams overpaid, if Simmons would have filled a bigger need, and how both clubs might fare moving forward.
Rams anticipate Davante Adams back sooner than later
Sean McVay says star receiver Davante Adams, who ruptured his hamstring in Week 6, could return in six weeks—much sooner than the original 10‑week outlook—potentially after the Rams’ Week 11 bye. The timing would boost L.A.’s playoff push, but the team still battles other injuries, including Myles Garrett’s delayed knee recovery, TE Terrance Ferguson, and several position players on IR. With a crucial Sunday game looming, the Rams hope Adams and other sidelined players continue their positive rehab progress.
Trent McDuffie, Nate Landman trending to play in Week 8
The Los Angeles Rams are set to restore two defensive standouts for Week 8: cornerback Trent McDuffie, who missed the last two games with a groin injury, and linebacker Nate Landman, who sat out Week 7 due to concussion symptoms. McDuffie's return would bolster a secondary that has struggled without one of its top corners, while Landman's comeback restores the defense’s signal‑caller role previously handled by Quentin Lake. Their potential return comes as the Rams aim to rebound to a .500 record and stay competitive in the NFC playoff race, after backups Josh Wallace and Shaun Dolac filled in admirably.
Rams don’t have an impressive win on resume
Seven weeks into the 2026 NFL season, the Los Angeles Rams remain an enigma. After a surprising loss to the 49ers on an international road trip, they fell to playoff‑bound foes Denver, Buffalo and Arizona, while their only wins came against a battered Giants, an injury‑hit Eagles squad and a struggling Raiders team. Injuries have shuffled the quarterback room from Jaxson Dart to Jameis Winston to JJ McCarthy, and key playmakers have missed time. With a daunting stretch looming – Green Bay before Thanksgiving, then the Chiefs, 49ers, Cowboys and Seahawks – the Rams' true identity won’t emerge until the season’s final stretch, possibly after the bye week brings back players like Myles Garrett and Davante Adams.
Myles Garrett not returning this week either
Sean McVay confirms that defensive end Myles Garrett and rookie Terrance Ferguson remain on injured reserve and will not practice this week, delaying any chance they can join the 53-man roster before the 21‑day practice window closes. Both players must be activated within that period or be season‑ended, but the Rams have yet to open the window. With three games left before a Week 11 bye—against the Chargers, Commanders and Cardinals—their return likely targets Week 12 versus Green Bay. Meanwhile, veteran receiver Davante Adams is recovering faster than expected from hamstring surgery.
Rams sign Joshua Karty to practice squad
The Los Angeles Rams add former draft pick Joshua Karty to their practice squad on Oct. 28, 2026, boosting depth after veteran Brandon McManus was signed following a season‑ending injury to Blake Grupe. Karty, a 2024 sixth‑round pick from Stanford who converted 39 of 49 field goals (172 points) for the Rams, returns alongside long snapper Jake McQuaide and LB Jon Rhattigan. While his practice‑squad deal doesn’t signal an immediate replacement for McManus, it gives the team a potential knuckleball‑kickoff specialist to stabilize a struggling special‑teams unit.
Rams called good fit for reunion with A’Shawn Robinson
The Los Angeles Rams are eyeing a trade for former defensive tackle A Shawn Robinson, who helped the team win Super Bowl LVI. ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler rates Robinson a good fit, noting his 22 tackles and a sack in the 2021 playoffs and his veteran versatility at 6‑3, 320 lb. Robinson, now with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, has posted 20 tackles and a sack this season and boasts two interceptions, but the Bucs aren’t likely to move him unless they suffer more losses. With Aaron Donald anchoring the line and injuries to Kobie Turner and Poona Ford, the Rams could benefit from Robinson’s run‑stopping ability as they chase a roster upgrade before the trade deadline.
Former Rams’ kicker held ‘impressive’ workout for Chiefs
Former Los Angeles Rams kicker Harrison Mevis impressed the Kansas City Chiefs in a recent workout, but the team ultimately chose veteran Justin Tucker for the place‑kicker role due to Tucker's experience. Mevis, who posted a 92% field‑goal rate in 2025 but struggled at 50% in 2026 before being released after a blocked overtime kick vs. Buffalo, remains a free agent. The Chiefs are looking to replace under‑performing Harrison Butker, who will try to keep his job against the Denver Broncos Sunday, while Tucker hopes to revive his career after off‑field issues.
The Rams need to pursue Colts receiver Josh Downs
The Los Angeles Rams must act before the trade deadline and acquire Indianapolis Colts slot receiver Josh Downs to stay competitive in the NFC West. Downs, who leads the league with 172 slot snaps and averages 10.6 air yards per target, offers a cheap, expiring contract and versatile route‑running that could boost the Rams' explosive playmaking. While the Seahawks and 49ers have already added former Colts stars Quenton Nelson and DeForest Buckner, Rams GM Les Snead is urged to pursue Downs—or other WRs like Brian Thomas Jr. or Jerry Jeudy—to avoid falling further behind the division rivals.
Should Rams give Blake Corum the start?
The Los Angeles Rams are debating whether backup running back Blake Corum should replace Kyren Williams as the starter after his strong showing against the Las Vegas Raiders on Oct. 25. While Williams remains the primary ball carrier and a reliable pass blocker, Corum’s recent touchdown and increased touches have sparked talk on the podcast “Locked On Rams.” Coach Sean McVay appears cautious, keeping Williams in the mix for his experience and pass‑protection value. Meanwhile, the Rams, sitting at 3‑4, face mounting trade‑deadline pressure in a stacked NFC West, making the running‑back decision a pivotal storyline.
Rams add special teams ace to practice squad
The Los Angeles Rams bolster their struggling special‑teams unit by signing veteran linebacker Jon Rhattigan to the practice squad on Oct. 27, 2026. Rhattigan, a 2021 undrafted free agent with 1,200+ special‑teams snaps for Seattle, Carolina, Pittsburgh and the Raiders, could see action as soon as the upcoming game against the Chargers. To make room, the Rams released linebacker Eli Neal, who appeared in 10 games over three seasons, and cornerback Nyzier Fourqurean. With the Rams ranked 32nd in special teams for the second straight year, Rhattigan’s 236 snaps in 12 games last season offer a potential immediate upgrade.
Is Rams’ win over Raiders enough to change expectations?
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NFL MVP race: Running backs trying to steal award from a quarterback
As the 2026 season hits its midpoint, the NFL MVP conversation shifts from its usual quarterback focus to a rare running‑back challenge. Kansas City’s Kenneth Walker leads the league with 701 rushing yards and six touchdowns in five games, putting the Chiefs at 5‑1 and sparking debate over a RB‑dominant MVP. Close contenders include Atlanta’s Bijan Robinson (704 yards, four TDs) and Detroit’s Jahmyr Gibbs, who tops the league with seven rushing scores. While quarterback Brock Purdy posts a historic 15‑4 TD‑INT line, the article’s top‑5 list shows that a historic RB season could finally crack the quarterback‑centric voting pattern.
Projected trade cost for Rams to acquire Brian Thomas Jr
The Los Angeles Rams could need to part with a Day‑2 draft pick to land former first‑round wideout Brian Thomas Jr., who the Jacksonville Jaguars might trade if they move on from the 2024 No. 23 pick. Thomas offers the speed to boost a receiving corps already featuring Puka Nacua and Davante Adams, but his price mirrors the recent Marvin Harrison Jr. deal (2027 2nd‑round and 7th‑round picks). With the Rams now holding only four picks for 2027—a second, fourth, fifth and sixth—their draft capital is thin after the Myles Garrett trade, making any offer a high‑stakes gamble. A hypothetical trade would send the 2027 2nd‑rounder plus 2028 6th‑ and 7th‑rounders to Jacksonville in exchange for Thomas and a $2 million 2027 salary.
Seahawks trade for Quenton Nelson
The Seattle Seahawks bolster their offensive line by trading for eight-time Pro Bowl guard Quenton Nelson from the Indianapolis Colts. Seattle gives up a 2027 third‑round and a 2028 fifth‑round pick, aiming to close the gap with the 6‑1 49ers in the NFC West race. The move addresses the Seahawks' struggles protecting Sam Darnold and establishing a consistent run game, especially with left‑guard Grey Zabel already on the roster. Meanwhile, the Rams, who added Myles Garrett and Trent McDuffie, may still consider deadline deals as they look to rebound after a 3‑4 start. The trade reshapes the West’s arms race ahead of Week 16.
Would any of these rookies have helped Rams this season?
The Rams’ first‑round quarterback, Ty Simpson, hasn’t taken a snap this season, prompting speculation about whether a different pick would have helped Los Angeles now. The article compares missed targets like rookie WR Carnell Tate (Titans) and other first‑round receivers—Makai Lemon (Eagles), Omar Cooper Jr. (Jets), and KC Concepcion (Browns), who boasts 30 catches for 315 yards and ranks third in Rookie‑of‑the‑Year odds. It also notes the Rams’ solid O‑line performance, which ranks near the league’s best in pass‑ and run‑block metrics, and touches on alternative positions such as tight end Kenyon Sadiq and linebacker Jacob Rodriguez. The piece argues that a wide‑receiver or line upgrade might have offered more immediate impact than Simpson’s developmental role.
Don’t call Blake Corum Rams’ RB1 just yet
Blake Corum posted a season‑high 32 snaps and 93 yards with a touchdown in the Rams’ Week 7 win over the Raiders, but the Turf Show Times piece argues he’s not yet the team’s RB1. While Corum’s talent, blocking, and growing snap share (44%) look promising, consistency, health, and a full workload remain questions. Veteran Kyren Williams, a fifth‑round pick, still logged more snaps (37) and earned a solid PFF grade, despite a lingering fumble issue. The duo became the first Rams backfield since 2001 to each rush for 90+ yards in a game, echoing the Faulk‑McNeil era, but the article stresses Williams retains the top‑spot for now.
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